Moving specialty items requires more than simply packing them carefully. Antiques, artwork, pianos, collectibles, and other valuable or sentimental belongings may require specialized materials, equipment, and planning to arrive safely.
Our President and CEO, Alec Vozenilek, was recently featured in Redfin's article, "Moving with something Unique? How to Move Successfully with Specialty Items." The article brings together advice from moving professionals on how homeowners can prepare unique and irreplaceable belongings for an upcoming move.
What Makes an Item a Specialty Item?
As Redfin explains, an item may require special attention due to its size, weight, fragility, construction, value, or sentimental importance. Before moving day, homeowners should consider whether the item will fit through doorways, hallways, and staircases; whether it needs to be disassembled; and whether special equipment or packing materials will be required.
At D1, we encourage customers to share these details with us as early as possible. Having this information in advance gives our team time to develop an appropriate plan and arrive with the right equipment and resources.
Our CEO on Moving Heirloom Pianos
In the article, Alec discusses the care required when moving heirloom pianos, which are often oversized, valuable, and deeply meaningful to their owners. He explains that safely moving a piano requires measuring every doorway and turn, protecting floors and walls, securing its moving components, and assigning an experienced team with the proper equipment.
The broader lesson is that preparation should begin well before moving day. Careful measurements and a detailed plan can help us protect both the piano and the customer's home throughout the moving process.
Read the Full Article from Redfin
From identifying specialty items to choosing appropriate packing materials and preparing movers in advance, Redfin's complete guide offers additional advice on protecting unique, valuable, and sentimental belongings during a move.
Check it out here: Moving with Specialty Items | Redfin, Powered by Rocket.
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